Hong Kong Useful Info

Since its opening in July 1998, Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been named the world’s best airport over 35 times. Hong Kong International Airport is one of the busiest in the world, w

Cantonese Self-Learn

While you may think that Hong Kong is dominated only by Chinese speaking natives, fret not because although Cantonese/Chinese is the native language of Hong Kong, English is also considered an officia

Chopsticks Self-Learn

Most restaurants in Hong Kong provide only chopsticks for eating. In this case, you have to be prepared to use them should the spoon and fork be unavailable. Here are simple steps on how you can maste

Consulates and Embassies

Australia|2827 8881|23-24 floors,Harbour Centre,25 Harbour Road** Austria|2522 8086|Room 2201,Chinachem Tower,34-37 Connaught Road,Central** Bangladesh|2827 4278|Room 4007,China Resources Building,2

Culture Info

It is said that Hong Kong’s universal appeal is evident in a variety of ways. This must have been a reflection on the city’s cosmopolitan population and its people’s diverse roots an

Emergency Info

Below are hotlines you can call during emergency situations related to health, security, communication and other urgent needs for travel information. If you lose anything in Hong Kong, just repo

Entry Visa Info

Like in any other country, a passport is required for you to enter Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Passports used for travelling to Hong Kong should always be within at least 1 month

GPRS/Wifi Info

You'll never be disconnected from the world even while you’re travelling, as Hong Kong gives you many choices for internet hotspots, whether you brought your computer with you or not. High speed int

Geographical Info

Multiply the size of Washington, DC by itself six times, and you get the size of Hong Kong. This pearl of the orient is found in Eastern Asia bordering the South China Sea and Mainland China. It&rsquo

HK Public Holidays

Hong Kong’s biggest festival is the Lunar New Year, followed by the Mid-Autumn Festival and then the Christmas Holidays. Halloween is not a holiday but is considered big as well and still celebr

History Info

Pre-colonization The first proof that life existed in Hong Kong as early as 4th millennium BC was found along its shoreline. It is said that the artifacts found suggest that life forms

Hospitals Info

A range of health services and facilities is provided for every person who resides in or visits Hong Kong, whether you can or cannot afford medical attention. There are 41 public hospitals in Hong Kon

Mobile Info

You can make and receive calls in Hong Kong through your mobile phone as long as it’s Dual Band, Tri Band, or Quad Band. Mobile operators in Hong Kong have partnerships with foreign operators, t

Money Info

Three major banks issue notes of Hong Kong –Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC), Standard Chartered Bank and Bank of China. The appearance of paper currency may differ depending on

Practical Info

Tipping Tipping is not compulsory in Hong Kong. Most restaurants automatically add 10% service charge to their bills, which can always be seen in the receipts. However, in cases where

Restrictions Info

Visitors arriving at the Hong Kong International Airport should be reminded that carrying sharp objects is prohibited in carry-on luggage. You may bring them in your check-in baggage. In addition, car

Transportation Info

MTR Info The Mass Transit Railway (MTR) system is one of the cleanest and most efficient underground systems in the world. It is consists of nine lines, namely Kwun Tong Line , Tsuen Wan Line , Isl

Useful Numbers

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Government Departments Phone RemarksHK Government Information Centre |1823 |Hong Kong Government**Emergency Call |999 |Emergency call to police, ambulance or fire service**Consumer Council |2929 222

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